Pupil Voice
Every voice matters
At St Richard’s, we believe that every pupil should feel heard, valued and respected.
Listening to our pupils helps us create a school where young people feel safe, supported and confident to share their ideas. It also helps us continue to improve teaching, strengthen pastoral care and nurture a community rooted in Community, Knowledge and Charity.
Pupil voice is part of everyday life at St Richard’s.
How Pupils Share Their Views
There are many ways pupils can share their thoughts and experiences.
These include:
- Regular surveys led by Pastoral Leaders
- Feedback within subject lessons
- Year Group Councils
- The School Council
- Meetings with members of the Governing Body
Governors visit the school three times a year and speak directly with pupils about their experience of school life — including safeguarding, teaching and learning, Relationships and Sex Education and spiritual life. This helps ensure that pupil perspectives are understood at every level of leadership.
School Council and Leadership
Each year group elects representatives to the School Council. They meet regularly to discuss ideas, suggest improvements and represent the views of their peers.
Members of the Senior Prefect Team are also involved, helping to strengthen communication between pupils and staff. Through this shared leadership, pupils learn that their contribution can shape the life of the school.
RAGE Equalities Group
The RAGE Group – named by our pupils themselves – ensures that the voices of pupils from all backgrounds and cultures are heard and respected.
Working together, pupils promote inclusion and celebrate the diversity of our school community. Their work supports a culture of understanding, belonging and mutual respect.
Making a
Difference
Pupil feedback is taken seriously. When pupils share their views, staff review the feedback carefully and respond where improvements can be made.
This ongoing dialogue helps us maintain high standards while ensuring that pupils feel safe, listened to and confident that their opinions matter.
A Community Built on Respect
At St Richard’s, listening is part of how we live out our values every day across our school community.
By encouraging pupils to speak openly and responsibly, we help them grow in confidence, develop leadership skills and understand the importance of contributing positively to their community and the wider world around them.